Bratcher, Christopher Lee
Dec 25, 1964 - Sep 23, 2010
Omaha, passed away at age 45 in Omaha. He was born in Omaha, the son of Arnold A. and Juanita L. Bratcher. Chris played football and graduated from Peru State College. He was the former lead singer of the Nuclear Bees and was known as "Heavy C" on the Todd and Tyler Show. Chris worked as a Manager for Tiburon Financial in Omaha. Chris enjoyed fishing, golfing, fall college football, and spending time with his nieces and nephews. Surviving are mother, Juanita L. Bratcher, sister and brother-in-law Stacy and Chris Healey, nephews, Will and Ryan Healey, nieces, Eve and Layla Healey, all of Gothenburg, NE; uncles and aunts: Larry and Donna Bratcher of Auburn, NE; John and Patricia Bratcher of Brownville, NE; Ronald and Sherry Bratcher of Omaha, NE. He is also survived by many uncles and aunts in the Plano and Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX area; numerous cousins and many many friends nation wide.
. Chris was preceded in death by his father Arnold A. Bratcher.
Private family Inurnment will follow at a later date. Contributions may be designated to the Nebraska College Savings Plan for his nieces and nephews, PO Box 409, Gothenburg, NE 69138. Condolences may be sent online to: www.blasestrauser.com
BLASE-STRAUSER MEMORIAL CHAPEL
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308-537-2313
This obituary was originally published in the Omaha World-Herald.
My deepest sympathies to Chris's family.
I worked with Chris for 4yrs at Tiburon Finacial. Chris actually got me the job there. He was a dear friend who I had only known 7yrs...but my life was significantly improved by having him as my friend. He will be missed but his memory will stay with me forever!
David Walsh
David Walsh
October 25, 2010 | Concul Bluffs, IA
Chris you will be missed, may God give your family peace. Bratcher was a big fun loving guy.
Mira Shaw
October 23, 2010 | Omaha, NE
To my dear friends Janie and Stacy, I am so sorry for your loss. I would run into Chris from time to time and he would always update me on how Stacy and the kids were doing. He was so very proud of them. He loved you both very much and you could hear it in his voice just how much. Many thoughts and prayers have been sent your way, Love Marilyn
October 10, 2010
My sincere sympathies to Chris' family. I worked with Chris at TAI. He and I were the "Pending" department. This is such a shock and so sad that I at a total loss for words. I wish you and Chris Peace.
Valerie Tidwell
October 04, 2010 | Attica, NY
Bratch, I'll always remember you approving of my musical capabilities and upon hearing me sing and play guitar telling me, "George, you got soul brother!!" Gone on Earth but forever here in spirit and memories, you continue to exist through those that were blessed to know you. Our prayers are with you and your family. Wish you were here.
George & Sarah Tselentis
September 30, 2010 | Omaha, NE
To the family of Chris - He probably never knew I existed in school but we all knew he existed. He made us laugh even when we didn't want to. When he walked into a room he instantly had everyone's attention. I was truly shocked to hear of his passing. AHS alumni will miss him dearly. Rest In Peace Chris and may GOD comfort your family and all those left to mourn you.
Mary Zimmerman
September 30, 2010 | Auburn, NE
Chris and I dated for 6 months in high school, he was a junior and I senior. I was saddened to hear of his passing. We had alot of special times together. Rest in Peace, Chris.
Denise (Bollen)Jurgens
September 29, 2010 | Adams, NE
Bratcher. We miss you and love ya man. I will cherish all the fun times we shared as kids down on the northside of town. I will always remember what you said to me at Jacy's wedding. You came up to me and gave me a kiss and said you know how much i love ya man. I said i know man i love ya too. I will cherish that forever. Rest in Peace big guy. We love ya MAN!!!!!!
Kristy Garver
September 29, 2010 | Auburn, NE
RIP in Heavy C. I will never forget all the great times we had together. The "Bees", the Cottonwood, the Corner, the time we went and saw Jurassic Park, and oh, that time you picked a fight with Roger Bauer! I can go on and on. A lot of memories shouldn't be repeated. I can see you up and heaven playing the harmonica and winning that bet with Troy covering against Miami. Whenever I think of you, you'll always bring a smile to my face. It will be hard walking into the Corner Retreat and not...
Joseph Andreasen
September 29, 2010 | Englewood, CO